California Hunting Guide

California offers diverse hunting from blacktail and mule deer to wild pig across zones. Deer seasons are zone-dependent (archery and general); wild pig is year-round. See CDFW Hunting Digest.

Hunting Highlights

Blacktail and mule deer

Wild pig year-round

Zone-based deer

Waterfowl flyway

California Hunting Seasons 2025

Species	Archery	Firearm
Deer (Blacktail/Mule)	Zone-dependent (Jul - Aug typical)	Zone-dependent (Sep - Dec)
Wild Pig	—	Year-round

* Season dates are approximate and may vary by zone or unit. Always verify with California Game & Fish for current regulations before hunting.

Key Species in California

Blacktail DeerMule DeerWild PigWaterfowlUpland Birds

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